Understanding the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution

What is the purpose of forming "a more perfect Union" according to the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution?

• To establish a monarchy

• To create a single political party

• To unify the states under a federal government

• To dissolve state governments

What does the phrase "establish Justice" in the Preamble mean?

• To create a new legal system

• To ensure fairness and equality under the law

• To abolish all courts

• To prioritize military power

What is meant by "insure domestic Tranquility" in the Preamble?

• To maintain peace within the country

• To expand the nation's borders

• To increase military spending

• To promote international trade

What does "provide for the common defense" refer to in the Preamble?

• To establish a national police force

• To protect the nation from external threats

• To build a wall around the country

• To create a private army

What is the meaning of "promote the general Welfare" in the Preamble?

• To support only the wealthy

• To ensure the well-being of all citizens

• To focus on industrial growth

• To eliminate taxes

What does "secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity" mean in the Preamble?

• To guarantee freedom for current and future generations

• To restrict immigration

• To limit freedom of speech

• To abolish elections

What is the significance of "do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America" in the Preamble?

• To declare independence from Britain

• To officially enact the Constitution as the law of the land

• To dissolve the Articles of Confederation

• To create a new currency

What is the main purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

• To establish the nation's government and outline its structure.

• To provide a detailed history of the United States.

• To serve as a guide for international relations.

• To list all the laws of the United States.

What are the first three words of the Constitution's Preamble?

• We the People

• In the Beginning

• For the Nation

• To the Republic

What does the legislative branch of the government do?

• Makes laws

• Enforces laws

• Interprets laws

• Oversees elections